Film Magic Fantastic Guide Special Effects Filmmaking 1979 Don Dohler 2nd Print

Up for sale is a well-preserved copy of Film Magic: The Fantastic Guide to Special Effects Filmmaking, compiled and edited by legendary independent filmmaker and Cinemagic magazine creator, Don Dohler. Published by Cinema Enterprises in December 1979, this is a highly sought-after collectible second-printing run. This classic instructional book is a holy grail for fans of retro, low-budget indie filmmaking, offering rare, step-by-step insight into practical Hollywood techniques from the late 70s. It features comprehensive guides on: * Foam latex appliance makeup & monster suits (including John Dodds' "The Grog") * Stop-motion animation & ball/socket armatures * Optical effects, camera cranes, matte glass paintings, and front-projection